2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz B and 2007 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | B | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
